Looking for a quick and easy recipe that's packed with flavor? Try this Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles with Cucumber Salad dish! Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz. spaghetti or noodles of your choice
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Prepare the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, cayenne pepper, and water until smooth.
- In a large bowl, toss the noodles with the peanut sauce until well coated.
- Top with chopped peanuts and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.
- Serve the noodle dish with the cucumber salad on the side.
This image showcases the final product of the recipe, highlighting the vibrant colors and textures of the dish. The noodles are front and center, with the cucumber salad visible in the background. The garnishes of chopped peanuts and cilantro add an extra pop of color and flavor.
This image provides a close-up of the noodles, highlighting the creamy peanut sauce and the texture of the chopped peanuts. The colors are still vibrant, and the noodles look delicious and satisfying.
This image showcases the dish in a different context, with the noodles and salad presented in a bowl ready to be enjoyed. The placement of the chopsticks and the bowl on a wooden surface add a rustic and inviting feel to the image.
